Engineer, Online Video Platform
Location: ES, , Chamberi | Madrid
Employment type: Full-time
Required experience: Mid-Senior level
Industry: Entertainment

Company profile:
Our company is building the next generation of video-on-demand (VOD) in Europe and we are currently looking for the next superstar to join our growing team in Madrid. We are committed to building an all-star team who work “smart” and who encompass a “work hard, play harder” mentality. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a fast-paced, entrepreneurial company that is shaping the future of Internet TV on a global scale.

Job description:
We are currently looking for the next superstar to join our growing team in Madrid. We are committed to building an all-star team who work “smart” and who encompass a “work hard, play harder” mentality.As the Engineer, Online Video Platform (OVP), you will be responsible for end-to-end management of video delivery from studio labs to end-viewer experiences. In this role you will take ownership of the online video platform and implement it working with OVP vendor consultants including solution architects, implementation engineers, and API resources. You will interpret user requirements and use your experience to translate into executable tasks to aid implementation of the company’s processes. Key Job ResponsibilitiesManage the online video platform, video workflow management, entitlements, and product and content management, among other critical areas.Successfully configure and set up the system for initial phase delivery.Support system and users, train editorial staff where necessary in delivery of meta data, and copy to viewing platforms (Portal, Apps).Ensure successful delivery from studio labs to end-users, utilizing monitoring tools an employing QA throughout the entire process.Quickly identify and escalate issues to ensure timely resolution of all issues to internal and external resources responsible for various areas, including CDN, DRM, Apps, and Storage teams.Proactively communicate and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders 

Requirements:
Minimum 3 years experience in video platform engineering/planning or content managementStrong technological knowledge in digital video and its delivery on unmanaged networks to end-usersSolid project management skillsComprehensive experience with:Adaptive video streamingThe latest codecsEncoders/transcoders and playersContent management systemsLatest content protection technologies like DRM and watermarkingCDNsTV, video, broadcast and multimedia production and publishingWorkflow platforms and processesExperience with Groovy ScriptsExperience with web development technologies such as DHTML, JavaScript, XML, RESTBroad cross-functional understanding of all processes and OVP’s impact on all areas English (Full professional working proficiency)Build relationships across the business to a diverse range and level of peopleA team player who is willing to share responsibilities, confer with others, lead work streams where necessary and contribute committedly to ideas and future thinkingPluses            Experience in the paid TV services industryWorking proficiency in SpanishPassion and enthusiasm for technology and InternetFlexible and able to manage multiple requirements in a fast-paced, changing environment

Benefits:
Our company is building the next generation of video-on-demand (VOD). This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a fast-paced, entrepreneurial company that is shaping the future of Internet TV on a global scale. Some benefits include:Growing international team with colleagues from all around the world (Sweden, France, USA, Russia, Spain, Romania...to name a few).Open-space office structureMac Book ProAnd more!